[larsmin]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

Thanks. Probably from larsmin , the guy with the craziest mod ideas.

I did it a few weeks ago. Needed to disassemble the entire headliner. That was most difficult one. Other than that, it was pretty straightforward, easy.

I do not want to ruin AlexFL's build with my pics
I will post pics on what did you do ... thread.

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

No, I never thought about that.

I finally decided to leave the roof rails - they look good with the rear wing. If I remove the roof rails, the rear wing will look a bit weird because it sits slightly above the roof line.

[pimp4cheddar]

So this is what its like to drop $30k on an X3M huh?

Sweet Jesus this is stunning!!!!! Absolutely baller!



I just got a call from Bank of America telling me to not even think about doing some shit like this lol

[Zacccccp]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

Batch 1

Wow great build!

I'm picking up my X3MC in a week that I purchased out of state (color combo I wanted) and also am a FL Res.

Notice you don't have a sunroof. Was that on purpose? Do you miss it?

The reason I ask is mine didn't come with it (M Drivers Pack) and I sort of sore about it because I signed before realizing that some of the Comps don't have them. Gives me some confidence seeing yours without it

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by Zacccccp

Wow great build!

I'm picking up my X3MC in a week that I purchased out of state (color combo I wanted) and also am a FL Res.

Notice you don't have a sunroof. Was that on purpose? Do you miss it?

The reason I ask is mine didn't come with it (M Drivers Pack) and I sort of sore about it because I signed before realizing that some of the Comps don't have them. Gives me some confidence seeing yours without it

Hi and congrats to your new X3MC. The sunroof delete is actually a performance option because it saves a ton of weight and lowers the center of gravity. I decided to skip the sunroof option on purpose.

[Zacccccp]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

Hi and congrats to your new X3MC. The sunroof delete is actually a performance option because it saves a ton of weight and lowers the center of gravity. I decided to skip the sunroof option on purpose.

That makes me feel better. I'm pretty bummed that I purchased before I checked that feature. Just cause I like the natural light.

After seeing your build and hearing the performance positives I feel a little better about it.

Definitely using your build as a guide. Car looks like sex.

How did you get the flat bottom AT steering wheel? Can't find that one anywhere?

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by Zacccccp

That makes me feel better. I'm pretty bummed that I purchased before I checked that feature. Just cause I like the natural light.

After seeing your build and hearing the performance positives I feel a little better about it.

Definitely using your build as a guide. Car looks like sex.

How did you get the flat bottom AT steering wheel? Can't find that one anywhere?

It’s a custom steering wheel from r33_RGSport

[r33_RGSport]

Originally Posted by pimp4cheddar

So this is what its like to drop $30k on an X3M huh?

Sweet Jesus this is stunning!!!!! Absolutely baller!



I just got a call from Bank of America telling me to not even think about doing some shit like this lol

You need to find out which bank that AlexFL use.

[Zacccccp]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

It’s a custom steering wheel from r33_RGSport

r33_RGSport

[r33_RGSport]

Originally Posted by Zacccccp

r33_RGSport

Let me know when you are ready to build your car.
I'll put together a quote for you.

Congrats btw.

[Zacccccp]

Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

Let me know when you are ready to build your car.
I'll put together a quote for you.

Congrats btw.

Thx absolutely. Already bought BM3 stage 1 but will keep this one relatively simple.

Wheels, suspension, and steering wheel.. maybe lip kit

be in touch!

[Dobie Dog]

AlexFL

In your mod list you have "smoke painted" heads, rears, and brake lights. Can you give me more details on how you did this? Your build is killer. I am chasing your theme but in gloss black.

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by Dobie Dog

AlexFL

In your mod list you have "smoke painted" heads, rears, and brake lights. Can you give me more details on how you did this? Your build is killer. I am chasing your theme but in gloss black.

Thanks you! Here some pics of my car before the Xpel Stealth. The shop removed the lights, opened them up, and painted the housings. Front lights are just one layer of paint.

[larsmin]

AlexFl, I always admire every detail that you put your thoughts in.
Love you build.
I wish you keep the car for a long time, so we can enjoy new photos even through these screens.

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by larsmin

AlexFl, I always admire every detail that you put your thoughts in.
Love you build.
I wish you keep the car for a long time, so we can enjoy new photos even through these screens.

Thank you, dude! And thanks for the help with some of the mods!

[sd306]

AlexFL How was the Fuel-It e85 sensor install? Any recommendations to not get fuel spewed in my face when unhooking the lines? Previously I unplugged the LPFP fuse and tried to start the car to lower the pressure on my old car. (I haven't bought it yet, but wanted to see if you found it helpful vs only logging and reviewing.)

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by sd306

AlexFL How was the Fuel-It e85 sensor install? Any recommendations to not get fuel spewed in my face when unhooking the lines? Previously I unplugged the LPFP fuse and tried to start the car to lower the pressure on my old car. (I haven't bought it yet, but wanted to see if you found it helpful vs only logging and reviewing.)

The shop did the installation, so I can’t really tell how difficult it was. Extremely happy with the Fuel-it sensor. I stopped manually checking the ethanol content at the e85 pumps. Simply calculate the required mixture with the Fuel-it app and then check the % of the final mixture with the fuel-it sensor.

[codelinx]

AlexFL 2 Qs:

- how do you like the MSS setup compared to the original ride quality? I am out in NYC and the original one was a little rough for a daily, but not terrible.

- Where'd you get your brembo breaks from?

Answered on Page 5 ...is there a significance over OEM for actual everyday use or is it mostly looks(and the added function is a plus)?-

[AlexFL]

Originally Posted by codelinx

AlexFL 2 Qs:

- how do you like the MSS setup compared to the original ride quality? I am out in NYC and the original one was a little rough for a daily, but not terrible.

- Where'd you get your brembo breaks from?

Answered on Page 5 ...is there a significance over OEM for actual everyday use or is it mostly looks(and the added function is a plus)?-

- MSS is very nice. The Comfort setting is a bit too soft, I find, but the Sport setting is perfect!

- Brembo is for looks but they also work amazingly well. The linearity of deceleration is stunning. Also really useful for the launch control initiation on a tuned car.

[MrItaly]

Originally Posted by AlexFL

- MSS is very nice. The Comfort setting is a bit too soft, I find, but the Sport setting is perfect!

- Brembo is for looks but they also work amazingly well. The linearity of deceleration is stunning. Also really useful for the launch control initiation on a tuned car.

I have noticed that it is difficult to come to a smooth stop at the light in this vehicle. There's a part of me that kinda likes it, though. I'm convinced it's visibly noticeable to other drivers giving them the impression that I'm challenging them as we pull up to the stoplight. Sometimes I'm not feeling frisky, and folks still want to run on the green as if they feel provoked. At that point, I give them what they're asking for, but the results are not what they expected. Live and learn.

[BMWGirlFL]

Originally Posted by Dobie Dog

AlexFL
In your mod list you have "smoke painted" heads, rears, and brake lights. Can you give me more details on how you did this? Your build is killer. I am chasing your theme but in gloss black.

Originally Posted by AlexFL

Thanks you! Here some pics of my car before the Xpel Stealth. The shop removed the lights, opened them up, and painted the housings. Front lights are just one layer of paint.

I did cheap & easy:
https://lamin-x.com/

[PARTS@STBMW]

Sick thread!